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Pacific-slope Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

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Illustration of Pacific-slope Flycatcher (Empidonax difficilis)

The Pacific-slope Flycatcher is a small Empidonax of western coastal forests, distinguished from its nearly identical relative the Cordilleran Flycatcher primarily by range and slight call differences. It gives a sharp, upslurred 'pseet' call. It nests on mossy banks, cliff faces, and behind waterfalls, building bulky nests out of moss and plant fibers.

Habitat
Moist coniferous and mixed coastal forests and canyons
Diet
Flying insects and spiders
How common
Common

Best time to see a Pacific-slope Flycatcher

The best time to see a Pacific-slope Flycatcher is April–July, when about 71% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 10,321 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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